Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Legal Solutions in New Mexico
New Mexico Financial & Estate Planning Attorneys is a distinguished law firm with over 25 years of dedicated service to clients across New Mexico. Founded on principles of integrity, expertise, and client-centric advocacy, we specialize in probate law, estate planning, and creditors' rights. Our team, led by certified attorney Don F. Harris, combines decades of legal experience with a personalized approach to address complex legal challenges.We prioritize transparency, ethical practice, and tailored solutions to ensure clients achieve favorable outcomes. Recognized for our commitment to excellence, we serve as trusted advisors, empowering individuals and families to navigate legal uncertainties with confidence. Our reputation for resolving disputes and safeguarding assets has solidified our role as a leader in New Mexico's legal community.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Law
Creditors' Rights
Trust Formation
Power of Attorney
Wills Drafting
Asset Protection
Guardianship
Advanced Directives
Business Succession Planning
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in estate planning and probate law.
- Our team includes a certified creditors' rights attorney by the American Board of Certification.
- We provide personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique needs.
- We guarantee transparent communication and no hidden legal fees.
- Our attorneys have represented clients in high-profile cases before the U.S. Supreme Court.
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Certification
What people say
Patient and understanding
Knowledgeable and responsive
Compassionate approach
Professional and caring
Exceptional service
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services ensure your assets and wishes are protected. We create customized wills, trusts, and advanced directives to meet your unique needs. Clients benefit from strategies that minimize probate and maximize asset preservation for future generations.
Probate Law
We guide executors and beneficiaries through New Mexico's probate process. Our team resolves disputes, settles debts, and ensures proper asset distribution. Clients receive expert representation to streamline complex legal procedures with minimal stress.
Creditors' Rights
Our attorneys protect creditors' interests in bankruptcy proceedings. We file claims, challenge fraudulent transfers, and enforce repayment agreements. Clients gain strategic advocacy to recover owed assets while complying with state and federal laws.
Trust Formation
We establish revocable and irrevocable trusts to safeguard assets and avoid probate. Services include drafting trust documents, transferring property, and ensuring tax efficiency. Clients receive tailored solutions to control asset distribution across generations.
Power of Attorney
We create durable and medical powers of attorney to prepare for incapacity. Documents outline financial and healthcare decision-making authority. Clients gain peace of mind knowing trusted agents can act on their behalf during emergencies.
People
Don F. Harris
Founding Attorney
Certified creditors' rights specialist with 25+ years of experience. Appointed to New Mexico Bar judicial panels and testified before Congress on bankruptcy legislation. Recognized for Supreme Court representation in multi-state cases.
Dennis Banning
Attorney
Skilled in estate planning and probate law with a compassionate approach to client needs. Proven track record in resolving complex legal disputes and providing clear guidance during challenging times.
Kat Fox
Attorney
Focused on asset protection and trust formation. Combines technical expertise with personalized service to help clients secure their financial futures through strategic legal planning.
Alex Sanders
Attorney
Specializes in advanced directives and guardianship matters. Dedicated to ensuring clients' healthcare and financial wishes are legally protected through comprehensive estate planning solutions.
Questions
What services does your firm specialize in?
We specialize in estate planning, probate law, creditors' rights, trust formation, and advanced directives. Our attorneys provide comprehensive legal solutions tailored to individual client needs.
How can I avoid probate in New Mexico?
Establishing a revocable living trust, designating beneficiaries for accounts, and using joint ownership can help avoid probate. Our attorneys create customized strategies to streamline asset transfer.
What qualifications do your attorneys have?
Our team includes a certified creditors' rights attorney by the American Board of Certification with 25+ years of experience and multiple recognitions for legal excellence.
How do you handle contested probate cases?
We provide aggressive representation in contested probate matters, resolving disputes through negotiation or litigation while protecting clients' interests and preserving family relationships.
Can you help with out-of-state legal matters?
Our experience includes multi-state legal representation, including appearing before the U.S. Supreme Court and handling cases involving clients from 31 states.
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